Transatlantic sailing record

Since the five-week voyage of Christopher Columbus in 1492, quickly and safely crossing the Atlantic Ocean between Europe and the Americas has always been an important issue.

The record is one of the most prestigious, next to the Jules Verne Trophy, for which it is often a good preparation.

The crossing must be made from Ambrose Light of New York to an imaginary line linking Lizard Point, Cornwall to Ushant.

This crossing is made between Cadiz and San Salvador Island, for a distance of 3,884 nautical miles (7,193 km).

It was also called Route of the discovery in honor of Christopher Columbus and his 1492 crossing.

Banque Populaire V , current record holder
Groupama 3 , previous record holder for both directions, from east to west and west to east, both crewed and singlehandedly under the name of IDEC Sport